1979 Holden GTS vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 103 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | GTS | XK |
Year Released | 1979 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |