1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 78 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XK |
Year Released | 1972 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |