2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XK |
Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |