1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 555 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | Type-C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
