1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 944 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Morgan | Jaguar |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | XF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2909 mm |
