1950 Holden FX vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 63 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP) has 452 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 880 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FX | XK |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2752 mm |
