1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 510 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1952 Jaguar C-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1952 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1952 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | C-Type | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
