1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 1955 MG MGA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar MK V (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 842 kg more than 1955 MG MGA. 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 1955 MG MGA | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | MK V | MGA |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
