1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 58 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Challenger | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
