1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 577 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | E-Type | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 93 L |
