2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1963 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1963 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJ8 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
