1961 AC Cobra vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1961 AC Cobra is newer by 12 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra 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 762 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Cobra | MK V |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |