1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 845 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | MK VIII | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |