1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 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, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 521 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
