2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 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 198 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 924 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1981 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1981 Morgan 4 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 | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XF | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
