1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 8 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 428 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | 420G | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
