1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJ6 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
