1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 23 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Buick Skylark.
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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Skylark | MK V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
