1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XK | Civic |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
