2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. 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. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XK8 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
