1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 59 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 976 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.
Because 1953 Jaguar C-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | C-Type | Quest |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
