2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 46 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
