2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
