1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 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 181 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 813 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | 420G | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |
