1995 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 223 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XK |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |