1963 BMW 502 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1963 BMW 502 is newer by 14 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), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 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 252 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 502 | MK V |
Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |