1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | XJR-15 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |