1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 746 kg more than 1999 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar Type S | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | Type S | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |