1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1959 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1959 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK8 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 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 | 1653 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
