1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, both 1971 Jaguar E-Type and 1971 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 219 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 665 kg more than 1971 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jaguar E-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Jaguar E-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1971 Renault 12 | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | E-Type | 12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 56 L |