1968 Jaguar E Type vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar E Type would be higher. 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 188 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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 Jaguar E Type | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | E Type | Publica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
