1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 85 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
