1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 29 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 110 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK V | 380 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
