2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 855 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 294 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |
