1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 38 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, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 205 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California 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 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | E Type | California |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |
