1998 Honda NSX vs. 1995 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1995 Jaguar XJ220 (968 Nm) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1995 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1995 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 968 Nm |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 368 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
