1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 43 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 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 531 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
