2000 GMC Safari vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 29 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 457 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1971 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1971 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Safari | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 272 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
