1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1961 Morris Oxford is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 627 kg more than 1961 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK IX | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | MK IX | Oxford |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 326 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |