1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 48 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 866 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJ8 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
