2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 Jaguar E Type has manual transmission. 1972 Jaguar E Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | E Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 81 L |
