1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 34 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | E-Type | 350Z |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |