1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 328 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ. 1972 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
