1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | 420G | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
