2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 114 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | Type S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |
