1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1971 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type 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) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 264 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | E-Type | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
