1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 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 94 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1988 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | 3.8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 870 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 |