1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Dodge Monaco. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaco | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
