1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida is newer by 16 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 146 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | E-Type | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
