1956 Holden FE vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE 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 (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | FE | XJS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 60 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |