1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | XK | 505 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |