2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 793 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | F-150 | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |