1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 360 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-Type | Golf |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
