1962 Honda S500 vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 770 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.
Because 1962 Honda S500 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 1962 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type, 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S500 | X-Type |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2099 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |