1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 513 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XK | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
