1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XJ | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |