1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 855 kg more than 1951 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | C-Type |
Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |