1970 Ford Capri vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri 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 79 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 88 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
