1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 848 kg more than 1967 MG MGB. 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJS | MGB |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 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 | 1730 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
