1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 45 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XK | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |