1966 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1966 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar E-Type | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | E-Type | 440 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
