1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 374 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 89 L |
