2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 293 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | 420G |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |