1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa 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 5,344 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 183 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 114 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 1971 Jaguar E-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Jaguar E-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | E-Type | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
