1963 Holden EJ vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 365 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EJ | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
