1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 805 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | C-Type |
Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |