1964 Jaguar MK II vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 857 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK II | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | MK II | Ram |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
