2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 954 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | S-Type | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
