1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1960 Holden FB Special is newer by 8 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 94 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 195 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | FB Special | XK |
Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |