2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 36 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 880 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XKR | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
