1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 239 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jaguar MK VII 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 1955 Jaguar MK VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK VII | 605 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
