1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 178 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 504. 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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK II | 504 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
