2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 450 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | S-Type | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
