1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
