1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 525 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Sunbird | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
