2009 BMW M3 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 422 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
