1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | E-Type | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |