1966 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 23 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 40 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar E-Type | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | E-Type | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
