2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1974 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 939 kg more than 1974 MG Midget. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJ | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 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 | 1659 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2040 mm |
