1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 39 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1971 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1971 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | E-Type | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
