1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Jaguar XJS | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | XJS | 504 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |