1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII 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 163 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
| Model | MK VII | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1510 mm |
