1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 912 kg more than 1957 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJR | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
