1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FB Special | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
