1966 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar E-Type | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | E-Type | 505 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
