1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Morgan 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XK | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
