1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Econoline | XJS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
