1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 60 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 109 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | C-Type | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
