1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 41 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | 420G | 350Z |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
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 | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |