1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1966 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 626 kg more than 1966 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
