1959 Morris Cowley vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP) has 450 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1959 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Morris | Jaguar |
| Model | Cowley | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3157 mm |
