1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 585 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | Mark IV | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2436 mm |
