2009 BMW 118 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 60 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, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 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 357 kg more than 2009 BMW 118.
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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 118 | MK V |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |