The P51C had a better climb rate 6.9 vs 7.3 (mins) climb to 20K.
The P51C was lighter 300lbs lighter
The P51C had the same engine and power as the D model.
The P51C had a slightly better turn rate due its lighter weight => lower wing loading.
The P51C only had 4*50 cals whereas the D had 6*50cals.
And funked is right (as usual) the C model outperforms the K model, but not the H
[This message has been edited by Spatula (edited 12-04-2000).]