1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden FB Special | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | FB Special | XJS |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |