1968 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Jaguar E Type

To start off, both 1968 Audi 100 and 1968 Jaguar E Type were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar E Type (226 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 308 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Audi 100 1968 Jaguar E Type
Make Audi Jaguar
Model 100 E Type
Year Released 1968 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1760 cc 4235 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 226 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 106 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1092 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 63 L


 

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