1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Lagonda | Type-C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
