1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2.5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 657 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | Mark IV | 2.5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |