1966 AC Cobra vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 17 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 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 595 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | MK V |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
