1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 31 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 850 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | XJS | Herald |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |