1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 62 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK V | 530 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
