1950 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1950 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1950 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jaguar XK | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK | 807 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
