1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1959 Triumph Herald is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 592 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | Herald |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
