2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S-MX | MK VII |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
