2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1966 Jaguar 420G
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Silverado 420G
Year Released 2007 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 4235 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 316 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 458 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 106 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1778 kg
Vehicle Length 6330 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 4010 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 90 L