2006 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 830 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
