1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Challenger | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
