2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 834 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. 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 XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XJ | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
