1956 Holden FE vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 49 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 634 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1956 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FE | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
