2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (1,154 Nm) has 864 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 1154 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
