1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | MK IX | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |