1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 243 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Dart | Type S |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |