1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
