2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 51 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 9 kg more than 2003 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S2000 | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 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 | 1286 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |