1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 58 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 160 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.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | C-Type | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
