1966 Holden HD 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 HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD 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 178 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 484 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | HD | 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 | 122 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3040 mm |
