1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 27 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 128 kg more than 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro.
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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotec |
| Model | 420G | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 742 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 347 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 | 1650 kg |
