1989 BMW 750 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 38 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 150 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | MK V |
Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |