1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 55 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (136 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 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 285 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Mark IV | 407 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2730 mm |
