2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1966 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 718 kg more than 1966 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XKR | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
