1958 BMW 501 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1958 BMW 501 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 337 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 501 | MK V |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |