1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 108 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | E Type | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
