1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | Mark IV | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2270 mm |
