1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 19 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 535 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
| Model | MK V | Centura |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
