2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 552 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
