1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 5 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 213 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | E-Type | 420G |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
