1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
