1988 Honda NSX vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 would be higher. At 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 91 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1000 mm |
