1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 31 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 413 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | 420G | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
