1997 Acura NSX vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 256 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | Type S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
