1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1972 Toyota 2000GT 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 618 kg more than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | 420G | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |