2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 756 kg more than 1953 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | XJ | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |