1963 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (152 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 776 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S500 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
