2009 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 676 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK IX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
