1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 41 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 131 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | E-Type | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
