1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Mark IV | 307 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2620 mm |
