2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. 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 XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |
