1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 77 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
