2004 BMW 325 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 53 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 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 55 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
