1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 46 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 556 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | FB Special | XJR |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3170 mm |