1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 55 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 350 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK V | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
