2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | F-350 | XJS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |