1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP is newer by 17 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 3 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | MK V | VIP |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
