1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1075 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Type | Viano |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
