1945 Simca 5 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1945 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Simca 5 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Simca | Jaguar |
| Model | 5 | XF |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2908 mm |
