1996 Honda Legend vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 375 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Honda Legend | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Legend | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |