2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 567 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1956 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1956 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XKR | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
