1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 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 29 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 590 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Type | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
