1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 980 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | XJS | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |