1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 38 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 2004 Ferrari 360 has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 360 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | 420G | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
