1999 AC Ace vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 50 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace 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 717 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Ace | MK V |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |