1968 Jaguar E Type vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 30 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar E Type. (226 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | E Type | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
