1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GT | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |
