1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1971 Honda 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 785 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 1968 Jaguar XJ6 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 1968 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4235 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 104 L |
