1966 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type 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 100 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar E-Type | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | E-Type | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.6:1 |
| 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 | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
