1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type

To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 27 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 40 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 1972 Jaguar E Type
Make Holden Jaguar
Model Berlina E Type
Year Released 1999 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 5344 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2670 mm


 

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