1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 242 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Because 1972 Jaguar E Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jaguar E Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | E Type | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
