1964 Holden EH vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1964 Holden EH is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jaguar XK weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EH | XK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
