1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1941 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:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | Mark IV | 5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2010 mm |
