1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 54 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK V | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
