2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon 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 161 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar MK V has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar MK V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | MK V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1742 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
