1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 339 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora. 2013 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | 420G | Evora |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
