1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type

To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 46 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1435 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.

Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.

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1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 1953 Jaguar C-Type
Make Bentley Jaguar
Model Hunaudieres C-Type
Year Released 1999 1953
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 8000 cc 3440 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 615 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 760 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2450 mm