1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 61 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 262 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 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 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK V | Z4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |