1948 Holden FX vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 58 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (232 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 714 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
