1977 Holden GTS vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | GTS | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |