2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 620 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | S-Type | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
