1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1964 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1964 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
