1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 60 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 959 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero 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 449 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.
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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1113 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero 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 | 2009 SSC Aero | |
Make | Jaguar | SSC |
Model | MK V | Aero |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1090 mm |