1951 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 800 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Oxford | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Morris | Jaguar |
Model | Oxford | XK |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1475 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |