2007 GMC Savana vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 54 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1644 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.
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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Savana | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Savana | C-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |