2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 622 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | X-Type | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
