1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 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 (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 864 kg more than 1988 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XJS | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |