1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type

To start off, both 1970 Audi Super 90 and 1970 Jaguar E-Type were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.

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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1970 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Audi Super 90 1970 Jaguar E-Type
Make Audi Jaguar
Model Super 90 E-Type
Year Released 1970 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1759 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 246 HP
Torque 149 Nm 357 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 92.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.3 mm 105.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 165 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2440 mm


 

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