1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 70 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Type | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
