1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1967 Jaguar MK II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 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, 1967 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar MK II | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | MK II | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2481 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |