1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 1981 Avanti Avanti 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. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | E Type |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 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 |
