1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK VIII | 604 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
