2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 363 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |