Jaguar E-Type 3.8

General information
Model	Jaguar E-Type 3.8
Year	1961
Category	Large/luxury cars
Rating	61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	3781 ccm (230.72 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	3781 ccm (230.72 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 6 cylinder
Max power	268.70 PS (198 kW or 265 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	353.00 Nm (36.0 kgf-m or 260.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.0:1
Bore x stroke	87.0 x 106.0 mm (3.4 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	241.0 km/h (149.8 mph)
0-50 miles	5.6 seconds
0-60 miles	6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.2177 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Coupe
Max no. of doors	2
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakes	Disks, 279 mm
Rear brakes	Disks, 254 mm
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1236 kg (2,724.9 pounds)
Overall length	4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width	1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height	1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance	150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase	2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity	63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)