2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | E-350 | XK |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |