2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1963 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XKR | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |