2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 712 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XF | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
