1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mustang | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
