2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 376 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
