1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Porsche 356 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar MK V (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 716 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK V | 356 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2110 mm |
