1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 50 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 73 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | C-Type | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
