2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1948 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XJ6 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
