1979 Holden GTS vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1952 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | GTS | XK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
