1963 Holden EJ vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 119 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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 C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EJ | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
