1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 35 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 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
