2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 599 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR6. 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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJ | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
