1977 Holden Statesman vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1977 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 530 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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 Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
