1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 23 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 (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 107 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 GT | 420G |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
