2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 416 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | MK X |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
