1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1969 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 234 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | MK V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
