1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 25 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 68 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 59 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Jaguar | Venturi |
Model | E-Type | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |