2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S 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 160 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Charger | Type S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 368 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |