2007 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
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 VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 485 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 VIII. 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 VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 VIII | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | MK VIII |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |