1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 481 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Sunbird | Type S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
