1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 71 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Liberty. 2012 Jeep Liberty 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. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | 420G | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
