1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XK | Isis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
