1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z 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, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | Mark IV | Z |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |
