2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
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 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | 420G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
