1966 Holden EH vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EH | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
