1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 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 407 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V. 2006 BMW Z4 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. 2006 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Jaguar MK V | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK V | Z4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |