1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 38 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 510 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2908 mm |
