1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK 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 80 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar XK 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 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK V | XK |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
