1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type 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. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 450 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | E Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
