1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 56 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Type | C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
