1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Aspen | MK II |
Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |