1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 292 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | 420G |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
