2005 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | MK II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
