1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 28 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 193 kg more than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | 420G | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |