1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 238 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XK. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
