1974 Holden Torana vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 25 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana 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 532 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Torana | MK V |
Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4143 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3050 mm |