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Jaguar E Type V12

General information

ModelJaguar E Type V12
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5344 ccm (326.09 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5344 ccm (326.09 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power253.50 PS (186 kW or 250 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque390.00 Nm (39.8 kgf-m or 287.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 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 speed217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
0-50 miles6.0 seconds
0-60 miles7.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1657 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1530 kg (3,373.1 pounds)
Overall length4680 mm (184.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity81.0 litres (21.40 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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