1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody

To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 26 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.

Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Jaguar 420G 2007 Nissan Hardbody
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model 420G Hardbody
Year Released 1966 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4235 cc 3275 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 255 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 8.9:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1778 kg 1804 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 84 L