1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK.
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) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 294 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
