1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 118 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
