2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Rover 2000. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | S-Type | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
