1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 19 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 31 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Testarossa | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
