1960 Holden FC vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FC | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
