1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 748 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK 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 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | FB Special | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
