1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 42 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 35 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Italdesign | Jaguar |
| Model | Nazca | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
