1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 37 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 78 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | E Type | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 49 L |
