1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 412 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1949 Jaguar MK V 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 1949 Jaguar MK V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar MK V has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar MK V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Jaguar MK V | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | MK V | S-MX |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |