1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special.
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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | FB Special | XJ |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |