1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 789 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 2007 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4196 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
