1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | 420G | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |