1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 42 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S-MX | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |