1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 228 kg more than 1974 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
