1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 16 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1557 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
| Model | 420G | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |
