1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 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 700 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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 Lotus M250 (321 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus M250 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 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | MK V | M250 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1180 mm |
