1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 418 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3157 mm |
