1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 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 (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | E-Type | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
