1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 605 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | MK V | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
