1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 440 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK | 504 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
