1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1955 Jaguar MK VII is newer by 4 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 119 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK VII | MK V |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
