1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 473 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Kingswood | XJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3157 mm |
