1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 240 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XJR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
