1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 21 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 97 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 145 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | C-Type | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
