2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
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 E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 167 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
