1972 Ford Custom vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1972 Ford Custom is newer by 6 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 9 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom. 1972 Ford Custom 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. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Custom | 420G |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
