1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 19 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | 420G |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 90 L |
