2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. 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 (411 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | S-Type | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
