1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 442 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XKR | Renown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
