1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 1952 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |