1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G

To start off, both 1966 Chevrolet Caprice and 1966 Jaguar 420G were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 108 kg more than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Chevrolet Caprice 1966 Jaguar 420G
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Caprice 420G
Year Released 1966 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6476 cc 4235 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1778 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 90 L


 

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