1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 32 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 692 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 420G | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |