1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 58 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, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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 155 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 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 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK V | 325 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
