1993 Jaguar XJ vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XJ | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
