1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 665 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar MK V | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK V | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |