2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 732 kg more than 1958 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XK | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
