2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | S-Type | Sovereign |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |