1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJR |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3170 mm |
