2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 516 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | Type S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
