1956 Holden FE vs. 2007 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 51 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 685 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2007 Jaguar XK 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. 2007 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2007 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FE | XK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
