2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 804 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 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | F-150 | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |