2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS.
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 XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XF | GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
