1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type 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 99 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | E-Type | MR2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |