2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1982 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1982 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1982 Morgan 4.
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 (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Morgan 4. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1982 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1982 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 | 1982 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XJR | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2450 mm |
