1977 Holden GTS vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 373 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | GTS | XKR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
