1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Because 1957 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 1957 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK | 406 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
