1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 965 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 1964 Triumph TR4 has manual transmission. 1964 Triumph TR4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | Sovereign | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |
