2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1950 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XJ6 | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2190 mm |