1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 40 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 5,343 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 130 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Soul, 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 (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | E-Type | Soul |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 48 L |
