1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 64 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 63 kg more than 1949 Jaguar MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK V | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |