1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 27 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 36 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 707 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar MK V has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar MK V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | MK V | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
