2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Z4 | 420G |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 273 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 Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |