1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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 F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2909 mm |
