1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 77 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK II | 505 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
