14 Absolutely Legendary British Sports Cars
Speed Kingdom
Besides the posh accents and afternoon tea, Britain's automotive rebels have built high-performance four-wheelers. Even though the world expected gentlemanly restraint, these 14 cars undoubtedly turned roads into race circuits.
Aston Martin DB5 (1963–1965)
With a production run of just 1,059 units, this car has made its place in automotive history and popular culture, particularly as the vehicle of choice for James Bond in the film Goldfinger. Under the hood, the DB5 showcases a 4.0-liter inline-six engine.
Aston Martin DB5 (1963–1965) (Cont.)
It delivered between 282 and 325 horsepower, based on the variant. This engine configuration permits the car to achieve a top speed of around 145 mph (233 km/h) and speed up to 60 mph in about 8 seconds.
Jaguar E-Type (1961–1975)
The beloved E-Type was first introduced with a 3.8-liter inline-six engine, which was later upgraded to a 4.2-liter version and eventually a more potent 5.3-liter V12 in the Series 3 models. Performance-wise, the Jaguar E-Type was remarkable for its era.
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Jaguar E-Type (1961–1975) (Cont.)
Early Series 1 versions had a top speed of about 150 mph and could reach 60 mph in about 6.7 seconds. While the Series 3 with the V12 engine provided ratings of up to 276 horsepower and 304 lb-ft of torque, the Series 2 continued to perform similarly.
