2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 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 217 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
