2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 990 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJ | Midget |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2040 mm |
