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Jaguar E-Type S1

General information

ModelJaguar E-Type S1
Year1964
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4235 ccm (258.42 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.6 litres/100 km (20.24 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4235 ccm (258.42 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power268.70 PS (198 kW or 265 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque385.00 Nm (39.3 kgf-m or 284.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke92.1 x 106.0 mm (3.6 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed246.0 km/h (152.9 mph)
0-50 miles4.8 seconds
0-60 miles7.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2297 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4040 litres (1,067 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1170 kg (2,579.4 pounds)
Overall length4460 mm (175.6 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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