1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | F-Type | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
