1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 28 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 321 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar E Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | E Type | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
