1950 Holden FX vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP) has 334 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 810 kg more than 1950 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FX | XK |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
