1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1997 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 806 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 806, 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1997 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | 240 | 806 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |