1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2. 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | 240 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 56 L |
