2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1958 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XK8 | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2190 mm |