1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 126 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
