2JZ-Swapped Jaguar E-Type and Twin-Engined Nissan 350Z

 

If you are a fan of unconventional engine swaps, you might want to check out these two amazing builds that we found on the internet. One is a classic Jaguar E-Type with a modern Toyota 2JZ-GTE engine, and the other is a Nissan 350Z with two engines, one in the front and one in the back.

The Jaguar E-Type is one of the most iconic and beautiful cars ever made, but its original 3.8-liter inline-six engine is not exactly known for its reliability or performance. That's why the owner of this 1967 Series 1 E-Type decided to swap it with a 2JZ-GTE, the legendary turbocharged inline-six engine from the Toyota Supra. The result is a stunning combination of classic style and modern power, with over 400 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque at the wheels. The engine swap was done by Jags That Run, a California-based company that specializes in Jaguar conversions. They also upgraded the suspension, brakes, cooling system, exhaust, and fuel system to handle the extra power. The car retains its original four-speed manual transmission, but with a custom clutch and flywheel. The exterior and interior of the car are mostly stock, except for some subtle modifications like the hood scoop, the gauges, and the Recaro seats.

The Nissan 350Z is another popular platform for engine swaps, but this one takes it to a whole new level. The owner of this 2003 350Z decided to install two engines in his car, one in the front and one in the back, making it a twin-engined beast with over 700 horsepower combined. The front engine is a stock 3.5-liter V6 from the 350Z, while the rear engine is a modified 3.0-liter V6 from a Nissan Maxima, with a turbocharger, an intercooler, and a custom intake manifold. The two engines are connected by a driveshaft that runs through the cabin, and each engine has its own transmission, differential, radiator, fuel tank, and battery. The car can be driven with either engine alone, or with both engines together, using a switch on the dashboard. The car also has a custom body kit, a roll cage, a carbon fiber hood and trunk lid, and a huge wing on the back.

These two cars are definitely not your typical engine swaps, and they show how far some enthusiasts are willing to go to create their dream machines. What do you think of these builds? Would you drive them or not? Let us know in the comments below.