2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | MK II |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |