1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Because 1951 Jaguar MK V 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 1951 Jaguar MK V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK V | 605 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
