2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1229 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Envoy | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2440 mm |
