2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XK8 | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |