1991 Alpina B 12 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1991 Alpina B 12 is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
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, 1991 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B 12 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B 12 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
