1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1971 Honda 1300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 874 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jaguar MK VII 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 1955 Jaguar MK VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3442 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
