1998 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2007 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XK8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |