1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Because 1953 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 1953 Jaguar XK. 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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar XK | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK | 605 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
