1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 25 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 33 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (127 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (158 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
