1966 Holden EH vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | EH | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3157 mm |
