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Jaguar E-Type V12 2+2

General information

ModelJaguar E-Type V12 2+2
Year1971
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5344 ccm (326.09 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5344 ccm (326.09 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power275.80 PS (203 kW or 272 HP) at 5850 Rev. per min.
Max torque420.00 Nm (42.8 kgf-m or 309.8 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed224.0 km/h (139.2 mph)
0-50 miles4.9 seconds
0-60 miles6.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1840 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1499 kg (3,304.7 pounds)
Overall length4680 mm (184.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity81.0 litres (21.40 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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