1974 Holden Torana vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 145 kg more than 1951 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Torana | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
