1970 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (246 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (357 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jaguar E-Type | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | E-Type | 928 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
