2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 255 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | 420G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
