2000 Holden Astra vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Holden Astra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Astra | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
