1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 18 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 900 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
