1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 603 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | 420G | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |