1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro 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 65 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | MK V |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
