1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 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 30 more horse power than 1992 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1992 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 718 kg more than 1992 TVR Griffith. 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, both vehicles can yield 373 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | 420G | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 250 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
