2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | F-150 | Type S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |