1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 620 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | XK | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |