1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 @ 5850 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | E-Type | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
