1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | C-Type | 914 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
