1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 35 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XK | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
