1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 770 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Type | C |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
