2001 BMW M vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 50 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 275 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 (345 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M | MK V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
