1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1965 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 925 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar MK IX | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | MK IX | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |