1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | C-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
