1966 Holden EH vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1966 Holden EH is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | EH | MK II |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |