1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 31 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 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 490 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar MK V | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK V | 944 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 205 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |