1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Because 1960 Jaguar 3.8 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 1960 Jaguar 3.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807, 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | 3.8 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
