2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 618 kg more than 1948 Morris Six. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Six has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XF | Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
