1969 Avanti Avanti vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1969 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Avanti Avanti 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 282 kg more than 1969 Avanti Avanti.
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.
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1969 Avanti Avanti | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | MK V |
Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |