1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
