1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | C-Type | 504 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |