1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2001 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |
