1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 122 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Sidewinder | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |