2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 431 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
