1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 1964 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar E-Type | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | E-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
