1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar Type-C has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar Type-C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar Type-C | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | Type-C | 911 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
