1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 42 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 456 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 420 Nm |
| 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 | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
