2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina 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 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 867 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. 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 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1971 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1971 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XF | Marina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 52 L |
