1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 585 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1956 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1956 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJS | 203 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
