1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1991 Ford Scorpio is newer by 25 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 523 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Scorpio | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Scorpio | 420G |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |