The Saloon version of the E Type model has a 5344 cc (326.1 ci) 24 valve V 12 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Jaguar E Type 5.3 V12 has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The E Type's 5344 cc (326.1 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 253 bhp (188 kW) @ 6000 rpm.
The Jaguar E Type produces torque measuring 288 lb-ft (390.4 Nm) @ 3500 rpm.
The E Type weighs around 1530 kg (3373 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 165.3 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 188.2 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Jaguar E Type 5.3 V12 - [1972] has a top speed of 135 mph (217.2 kph)
This E Type accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.40 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.6s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.37 seconds with a trap speed of 91.9 mph.
Bentley Continental GT Speed 2d Auto
Engine: Twin Turbo Petrol | 5998cc 48v W12
Top Speed: 202 mph
0-60mph: 4.30 seconds
Triumph TR7 2.0 8V
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1998cc 8v St4
Top Speed: 175.4 kph
0-100kph: 10.1 seconds
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