1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | E-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
