1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1968 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1968 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | 3.8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |