1999 Honda NSX vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 51 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, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 88 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |