2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-450 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 91 L |
