1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 38 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Type | 300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3150 mm |
