1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 482 kg more than 2004 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, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | MK II | 4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 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 | 90 L | 50 L |
