1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 42 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
| Model | E-Type | AIV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
