2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 49 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 40 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 550 | MK V |
Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |