1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Corsair | XJS |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |