2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor.
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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XKR | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XKR | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |