2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 33 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | E Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 81 L |
