1997 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 267 kg more than 1997 Honda 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | S-Type |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |