1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 55 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | C-Type | Elise |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
