2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |
