1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | MK IX | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |