1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 658 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJS | F-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 115 L |