2005 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Jaguar MK X
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 X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. 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 X (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1964 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | MK X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
