2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 933 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XK | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |