2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 385 kg more than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1964 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
