2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 778 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
