1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 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 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 655 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Caprice | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
