2001 BMW M vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 52 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M 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 367 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M | MK V |
Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |