1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
