2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 602 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XK | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
