1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | MK II | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
