1966 Holden EH vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 641 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 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 | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EH | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1020 mm |
