1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Charger | MK II |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |