1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 59 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1911 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | C-Type | 62 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3828 mm |
