2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 32 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 @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 1 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (420 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | R-D6 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 81 L |
