2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. 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 XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJR | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XJR | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |