1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK VIII | 607 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
