2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | Type S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
