1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | MK II | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
