1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | MK VIII | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
