2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
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 VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 290 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 509 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
