1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 850 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XK | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |