1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 15 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911.
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) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | E-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
