1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster 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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 2010 Jaguar XJ 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |