2002 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 36 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, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 183 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3. 2002 BMW M3 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. 2002 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | 420G |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
