2006 BMW 650 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 40 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 650 | 420G |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |