1973 Holden UTE vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | UTE | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |