2002 Ford Mustang vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | MK V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
