2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
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 Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Magnum | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
