2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 735 kg more than 1951 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XKR | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
