1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP) has 406 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1950 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJR-15 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
