2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 871 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1966 Triumph GT6 has manual transmission. 1966 Triumph GT6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | S-Type | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
