2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S2000 | XJS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |