2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Viper | 420G |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |