1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Jaguar | MG |
Model | XJS | MGA |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 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 | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |