2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
