1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2600 mm |
