1965 Holden EH vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH 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 172 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 314 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1971 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1971 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EH | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
