2005 Ford GT vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 54 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 619 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
