2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJ8 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2900 mm |
