2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 917 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XJ220 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
