1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 512 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar MK V | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK V | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74.4 mm |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |