2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | MK V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
