1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 31 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type. 2003 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1972 Jaguar E Type has manual transmission. 1972 Jaguar E Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar E Type | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | E Type | Marauder |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |