2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ8 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
