1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 319 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Impala | MK V |
Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |