1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 22 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | 420G | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
