1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 350 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJR | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 150 L |
