2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
