2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S2000 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |