1992 BMW 520 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 43 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 254 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 520 | MK V |
Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |