2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar XK weights approximately 35 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 (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
