2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 62 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
