2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 586 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
