1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 416 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Sidewinder | XK |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |