2011 Jaguar XF vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 768 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XF | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XF | Torana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2590 mm |
