1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 150 L |
