2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJ | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 29 L |
