1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1340 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | C-Type | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
