1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XJR-15 | Minor |
Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |