1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 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 195 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 745 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan 4 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 | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XK | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
