1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 1967 Steyr 700C

To start off, 1967 Steyr 700C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar Type-C weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. 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 Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Jaguar Type-C 1967 Steyr 700C
Make Jaguar Steyr
Model Type-C 700C
Year Released 1951 1967
Engine Size 3441 cc 642 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 540 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 3190 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 1950 mm


 

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