1962 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 958 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S500 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |