1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 44 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 288 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | 420G | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
