1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJS | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XJS | Six |
Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |