2006 Acura RSX vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RSX | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3060 mm |
