2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Jazz | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |