1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. Both 1966 Jaguar 420G and 1961 Jaguar MK X are equipped with a 4,235 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 132 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | 420G | MK X |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
