1995 Acura NSX vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 293 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3060 mm |
