1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
