2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 966 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | F-350 | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 82 L |