1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
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 Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 2011 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | 420G | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
