1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJ6 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 55 L |
