2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XF | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |