1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 193 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1951 Jaguar MK V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Jaguar MK V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK V | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
