1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 704 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | S-Type | Marina |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
