1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XJ | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XJ | Oxford |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |