1995 Holden Commodore vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Commodore | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Commodore | Type S |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |