2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S

To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 222 kg more than 1964 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar Type S.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jaguar XKR 1964 Jaguar Type S
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XKR Type S
Year Released 2006 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3442 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 541 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 63 L


 

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