1972 Holden Statesman vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 372 kg more than 1972 Holden Statesman. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XJR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
