1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 206 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
