2006 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | MK II |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |