2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Statesman (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | S-Type | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
