1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 33 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 30 kg more than 1984 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | MK V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
