1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | FB Special | XJS |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |