1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Jaguar | MG |
Model | XJS | MGA |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |