1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 279 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
