2005 BMW 530 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 39 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 54 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 2005 BMW 530 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. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | 420G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
