2004 BMW 645 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 38 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 645 | 420G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
