1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 53 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, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 296 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK V | GTI |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
