2006 BMW 320 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 57 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, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 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 162 kg more than 2006 BMW 320.
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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | MK V |
Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |