1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 46 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 3 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Commodore | XK |
Year Released | 1994 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |