1962 Honda S500 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1962 Honda S500 is newer by 14 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 (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 615 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S500 | XK |
Year Released | 1962 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |