1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | C-Type | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
