2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 529 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XK | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |