1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 42 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 16 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 492 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | E-Type | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 74 L |
