1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 60 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Type-C | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2355 mm |