1959 Holden FE vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Holden FE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FE | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
