1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 46 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | 420G | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
