1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 202 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | MK V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3050 mm |
