2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJ | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
