2000 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | Sovereign |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |