1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 257 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 328 GTS | E Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 263 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 81 L |
