2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1054 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | MK II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2900 mm |
