2007 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 672 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | MK II |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |