2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 298 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E Type. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1972 Jaguar E Type has manual transmission. 1972 Jaguar E Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | E Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |
