1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 42 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 137 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 578 kg more than 2008 MG TF. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | 420G | TF |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
