1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 513 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 420G | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
