2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 828 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
Model | XJ | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 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 | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |