2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.

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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda S2000 1952 Jaguar XK
Make Honda Jaguar
Model S2000 XK
Year Released 2000 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3441 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.9 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 63 L


 

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