1959 Holden FE vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 755 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FE | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
