2006 BMW 525 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2663 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
