1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 342 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1951 Jaguar C-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-Type | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
