1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 461 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
