1951 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, both 1951 Bugatti Type 101 and 1951 Jaguar Type-C were released in the same year (1951). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1951 Bugatti Type 101. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1951 Bugatti Type 101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bugatti Type 101 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
Model | Type 101 | Type-C |
Year Released | 1951 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 3255 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1015 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |