2004 BMW 525 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 55 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 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 125 kg more than 2004 BMW 525.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
