1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 40 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 450 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 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 |
