2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 34 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Magnum | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
