1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XJ220 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
