1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1961 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1961 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 216 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1961 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Sports Convertible | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
