1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 59 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 72 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 535 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Jaguar Type-C 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model Type-C Forester
Year Released 1951 2010
Engine Size 3441 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 217 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1781 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2616 mm


 

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