2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
