1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 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 87 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000. 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
