1961 BMW 502 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1961 BMW 502 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 BMW 502. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 502 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 502 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3060 mm |
