1965 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S600 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
