1972 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 1972 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Torana | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2752 mm |
