1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 81 L |
