2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |
