2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-350 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 81 L |
