History 1960s

Jaguar E-Type

Overview

Launched in 1961, the Jaguar E-Type stunned the world with its sleek lines and advanced engineering. Designed by Malcolm Sayer and derived from Jaguar’s Le Mans-winning D-Type, the E-Type featured a monocoque chassis, disc brakes, and independent suspension at all four corners. While celebrated primarily as a road car, the E-Type earned a solid motorsport reputation throughout the 1960s, competing in endurance races and rallies across Europe.


Technical Specs & Innovations

Innovative for its time, the E-Type boasted all-round disc brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, and a lightweight aerodynamic body that delivered both speed and grace.


πŸ† Competitive Highlights

  • 1962 & 1963 GT Class Wins – 12 Hours of Sebring β€” Factory-supported Lightweight E-Types claimed class victories in U.S. endurance events.
  • 1963 Tour de France Automobile – GT2.0+ Podiums β€” Competed strongly against Ferrari 250 GTOs and Shelby Cobras in multi-stage events.
  • 1964–66 RAC Rally Appearances β€” Privateers entered modified E-Types in British rallies, with varying success due to challenging gravel stages.

Though overshadowed in rallying by lighter cars, the E-Type was a capable endurance machine and a legitimate grand tourer competitor in events like Sebring, Le Mans, and the Targa Florio.


Driving Characteristics

The E-Type’s low-slung stance, precise rack-and-pinion steering, and torque-rich inline-six made it a confident high-speed performer. On smoother rally stages and tarmac sections, it excelled with a balance of agility and comfort.


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