1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 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 68 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 215 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | C-Type | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
