2005 BMW 325 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 56 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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 112 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
