1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 63 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, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 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 5 kg more than 2012 BMW 520.
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 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK V | 520 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
