2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |