1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Mark IV | 404 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2650 mm |
