1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 988 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJS | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
