1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 1953 Jaguar XK.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar XK. (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jaguar XK | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | Mustang |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |