1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | XJ6 | Viscount |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |