1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 19 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, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Jaguar | TVR |
Model | XJ6 | 420 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 59 L |