1998 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1998 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
