1978 Holden GTS vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 460 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | GTS | Type-C |
Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |