2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 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:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
