1966 Holden EH vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EH | XJ |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3170 mm |
