1948 Holden FX vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 660 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
