1966 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Jaguar E-Type | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | E-Type | Mustang |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |