1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1955 Jaguar MK VII is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 606 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | MK VII | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |
