1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 188 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 420G |
Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 90 L |