The final incarnation of the E-Type was launched in 1971 at the New York Motor Show as the Series 3, and featured an all new 5.3 liter V12 engine. For additional cooling the 'mouth' in the nose was enlarged and a larger radiator utilized. Production of the E-Type finally ceased in 1975, when it was replaced by the XJ-S.
Years of Manufacture: 1971 - 1975
Number Built: 72,507 (all models)
Price at Introduction: Expensive
Chassis/Body: Central steel monocoque with front subframe
Exterior
Dimensions, Roadster:
Total Length, Roadster: 184.4 in.
Total Width: 66.1 in.
Height at kerb weight: 48.1 in.
Wheelbase: 105.0 in.
Front Track: 54.4 in.
Rear Track: 53.4
Exterior
Dimensions, DHC:
Total Length, DHC: 184.5 in.
Total Width: 66.0 in.
Height at kerb weight: 48.9 in.
Wheelbase: 105.0 in.
Front Track: 54.4 in.
Rear Track: 53.4
Kerb Weight:
Roadster: 3,380 lbs.
DHC: 3,361 lbs.
Also see:
Jaguar E-Type Review
Jaguar E-Type Series I & II Technical Specifications
Jaguar E-Type Series I Brochure
Jaguar Heritage
Transmission (driving rear wheels):
Manual 4 speed all-synchro "Moss" type
Clutch: Dry plate
Rear Axle Ratio: Hypoid bevel differential
Maximum Speed:
Fuel Consumption: n/a
Performance (0-60 mph):
Engine:
Series III V12
Capacity: 5.343 liters / 326ci
Type: Conventional, watercooled four
stroke, reciprocating piston type, 60° Vee configuration
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv
with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: 4 Zenith Stromberg 175CD SE Carburetors
Bore and Stroke: n/a
Power: 276 bhp (206 kW) @ 5850 rpm
Torque: 301 ft lbs (408 Nm) @ 3600 rpm
Compression Ratio:
n/a
Exhaust:
Suspension:
Front: Independent, unequal length A-arms, torsion bars, tube shocks
Rear: Independent, lower A-arms, half shafts, trailing arms, coil springs, tube shocks, anti-roll bar
Steering:
Turning Circle:
Brakes:
Front: Disc
Rear: Disc (inboard)
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