2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 3 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
