1970 Audi 100 vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 17 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 108 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 67 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 100 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
