1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 212 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
