1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1958 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1968 Jaguar Type S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1958 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 701 kg more than 1958 Triumph TR3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 1958 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | Type S | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
