2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 749 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Ram | MK II |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |