2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 57 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 786 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | S-Type | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
