2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 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 136 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJ | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |
