1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Challenger | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
