2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJ8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
