2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | TE-50 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
