1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 773 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK VII | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |
