1963 Jaguar Type S vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar Type S | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Type S | 405 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
