2009 Honda Civic vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1947 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
