1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1965 Pontiac Catalina is newer by 14 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 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 235 kg more than 1951 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | MK V | Catalina |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3080 mm |
