2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
