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Jaguar E-Type V12

General information

ModelJaguar E-Type V12
Year1971
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5343 ccm (326.03 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5343 ccm (326.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power275.80 PS (203 kW or 272 HP) at 5850 Rev. per min.
Max torque412.00 Nm (42.0 kgf-m or 303.9 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 70.0 mm (3.5 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-50 miles4.7 seconds
0-60 miles6.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1762 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1565 kg (3,450.2 pounds)
Overall length4690 mm (184.6 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity81.0 litres (21.40 gallons)
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