1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1964 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1964 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar E-Type | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | E-Type | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
