The specification clearly demonstrated Jaguar's racing experience and included semi-monocoque construction, independent suspension all around (at a time when Ferrari was still using live rear axles), disc brakes all around (inboard at the rear to reduce unsprung weight), and of course Jaguar's
legendary twin cam inline - 6.
Originally designed to accept an all - new V8 engine, this was not ready in time for the car's launch, so it was initially fitted with the
legendary four litre
twin -
cam DB6 engine producing 282bhp at 5,500 rpm through triple SU carburettors.