1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 43 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 124 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1966 Jaguar 420G is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Jaguar 420G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | 420G | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
