1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 47 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 212 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | 420G | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 91 L |
