1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 540 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Type | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
